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SUMMARY:Living Well Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Brooklyn Park Recreation & Parks invites community members to the annual Living Well Resource Fair. A FREE open house to provide information and resources to support our Age-Friendly community and quality of life at all ages\, stages\, and abilities! This event is open to all community members\, with exhibitors and speakers tailored to older adults\, individuals with disabilities\, and care givers. \nThis event is open to all community members\, with exhibitors and speakers tailored to older adults\, individuals with disabilities\, and care givers. \n\nEngage with 60 Exhibitors featuring resources and services to support you as you age\nDrop in to a 15 minute hot-topic speaker to learn about a variety of aging topics\nFree Vaccinations provided by Cub Pharmacy (with health insurance card): Flu\, Covid-19\, RSV\, Pneumonia – available as supplies last\n\n\nEnjoy light refreshments\n\n\nEnter to win door prizes at many of the exhibitor tables\n\nMini-Speaker Sessions in the Senior Lounge  \n\n10:15 a.m. – Care Ecosystem – A Dementia Care Navigation Program \n\n\n10:45 a.m. – The “Downsizing Leftovers” from a Lifetime of Possessions \n\n\n11:15 a.m. – Avoiding Online Scams\n\n\n11:45 a.m. – Vision Loss: Tips\, Tricks\, and Devices to Maintain Independence\n\n\n12:15 p.m. – Being Prepared – End of Life Pre-Planning\n\n\n12:45 p.m. – Veteran Benefits\n\n9:30 – 11 a.m. Shred Right 4 Good will host a free shred truck   \n\nSecurely dispose of your confidential papers \n\n\nBring papers in a brown paper grocery bag or box\n\n\nPlease watch for signage in the CAC West parking lot\, enter off of Edinbrook Pkwy \n\nFree shuttles are available from the parking lot to the front door of the Community Activity Center \nThank you to our event sponsors:\nAllina Health | Aetna\nBlue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota \nCub Pharmacy \nEvans Nordby Funeral Homes \nNorth Memorial Health \nShred Right 4 Good \nThe Crossings at Brookwood \nTradition Living \nUrbana Place Senior Living  \nEvent Speakers in the Senior Lounge\n10:15 am – Care Ecosystem – A Dementia Care Navigation Program\nCamile Nash\, CHW | Trellis Lead Care Team Navigator – Dementia Friendly Initiatives\nLearn about the New\, Free Care Ecosystem program designed to support individuals living with dementia and their caregivers or those living alone without a caregiver. Care Ecosystem is centered around providing on-going\, person-centered support through a combination of six care protocols: Medication Reconciliation Review\, Behavior Management\, Safety Screen & Recommendation\, Caregiver Well-being\, Referrals & Education\, Advance Care Planning.\nhttps://trellisconnects.org/dementia-care-navigation/ \n10:45 am – “Downsizing Leftovers” from a Lifetime of Possessions\nKim Green | Soft Landing Transitions\nLearn pro advice on what to do with “The Leftovers” of your downsizing project\, as well as some tips on where to begin in what feels like an overwhelming process. Leave this session with resources to get you started. \n11:15 am – Avoiding Online Scams\nGary Spears | Senior Community Services\n“If You Didn’t Buy a Ticket\, You Haven’t Won the Lottery” Learn common and current scams and practical tips for determining if an inquiry is legitimate. We’ll also discuss ways to reduce risk\, how to alert authorities of a suspected scam\, and how to file a report if you believe you’ve been taken advantage of. The best defense against frauds and scams is being educated!\nhttps://local.aarp.org/minneapolis-mn/fight-fraud/ \n11:45 am – VISION LOSS: Tips\, Tricks and Devices to Maintain Independence\nCindy Kauffman | Northwest Region Blind and Low Vision Rehab Specialist\nVision loss can be a frustrating and difficult part of aging; there are services free of charge to seniors in the State of Minnesota from State Services for the Blind. Learn about the tools\, techniques\, and training you’ll need to stay mentally and physically active and independent.\nhttps://mn.gov/deed/ssb/seniors/ \n12:15 pm – Being Prepared – End of Life Pre-Planning\nStephanie Stolt | Evans Nordby\nBeing Prepared Isn’t Just for Boy Scouts! Know the top things to consider with end-of-life arrangements and how a little planning ahead can make things easier for your loved ones. \n12:45 pm – Veteran Benefits\nKristy Janigo | Veterans Engagement Coordinator\nHennepin County Veterans Services will explain VA disability compensation\, VA health services\, state veteran benefits\, and nonprofit resources for veterans\, service members\, and their families.\nhttps://www.hennepin.us/en/residents/human-services/veterans-service
URL:https://www.brooklynpark.org/event/living-well-resource-fair-2/
LOCATION:Community Activity Center\, 5600 85th Ave. N.\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55443\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activity Center,General events,Recreation and Parks
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